Learning Centers Coordinator

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Los Angeles is seeking a Learning Centers Coordinator within Residential Life to enrich the on-campus experience. You will oversee the Sunset Learning Center, De Neve spaces, Maker Space, and related facilities, coordinating programs that support student success and community engagement.

You will supervise three student interns, partner with campus departments, analyze trends, and develop resources that enhance residents' academic growth and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate meetings, prepare, and deliver professional presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with diverse audiences to establish cooperative working relationships.
• Working knowledge of Residential Life, student development and community development.
• Working knowledge of basic budgeting principles and financial record keeping to monitor budgets and expenditures.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, plan, and manage large and small-scale programs and events.
• Demonstrated ability to implement student-facing programs from start to finish.
• Organizational skills to manage a range of active projects with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently to organize and complete assignments in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of university protocols for programming, event management, and liability (Preferred).
• Skill at using web-based applications and systems to manage information, programs and data tracking (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of Learning Center operations, programs, events, and resources.
• Coordinate large-scale initiatives such as Concerts on the Hill, Maker Fair, Tech Fair, Film Fest, and Bruin Day activations.
• Supervise onboarding and ongoing training for three student interns who support programming.
• Foster partnerships with campus departments and faculty to strengthen collaboration within Residential Life and Student Affairs.
• Assess student interests and trends to develop communications and resources for residents.
• Collaborate with colleagues and student interns to identify programs meeting student needs.
• Support Learning Center operations, including the Maker Space and Gaming Lounge.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Student development

Budgeting

Program planning

Program delivery

Organizational skills

Independent work

Multitasking

University protocols

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Department Summary

As a pivotal member of UCLA Student Affairs, you'll ignite the Bruin spirit and contribute to a vibrant community that champions academic success and holistic development. UCLA Student Affairs is the backbone of the Bruin journey, supporting students from admission to graduation and beyond. Engage in a role that spans personal growth, academic success, and community enrichment, connecting students with a wealth of resources and opportunities. Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of the UCLA legacy. Join us in shaping the future of UCLA, where every day you'll make a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Bruin family. Residential Life is a Student Affairs department located within On-Campus Housing. Residential Life works closely with Housing and Hospitality Services (HHS) to provide students with comfortable and convenient affordable housing and to enhance student opportunities for academic success, community building, personal growth, and leadership development. We invite you to apply to be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment where you can use your organizational and interpersonal skills and attention to detail to enhance the overall effectiveness and employee engagement in the Student Affairs organization. While you may not meet 100% of this job’s qualifications, if much of this job and qualifications describe you, then you are highly encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

Within Residential Life, the Learning Centers team focuses on enriching the residential academic, study, and creative experience. The team oversees the Sunset Learning Center, De Neve Multimedia Learning Center, De Neve Studio, Maker Space, and Gaming Lounge. Under the supervision of the Director of Student Digital Services, the Learning Centers Coordinator oversees the development, implementation, and assessment of Learning Center operations, programs, events, and resources that provide enriching opportunities for UCLA students to build community and enhance their university experience. The position coordinates large-scale initiatives including, but not limited to, Concerts on the Hill, WeMake – Maker Fair, Tech Fair, Film Fest, and Bruin Day activations. The Learning Centers Coordinator supervises and provides onboarding and ongoing training for a team of three student interns who support programming that promotes students' academic success, wellness, creativity, and community engagement. Fosters and maintains partnerships with campus departments and faculty to strengthen collaboration among Residential Life, Academic units, First-Year Experience, and other Student Affairs departments. The position assesses student interests and emerging trends related to study spaces, creative engagement, wellness, and community building; develops communications and resources for residents; and collaborates with colleagues and student interns to identify programs and initiatives that meet student needs. The Learning Centers Coordinator also supports Learning Center operations, including the Maker Space, Gaming Lounge, and other departmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate meetings, prepare, and deliver professional presentations; explain complex ideas to diverse audiences, build consensus, and influence decision making. (Required)
• Demonstrated skill in interacting with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, educational backgrounds, and professional rank in a high-volume, continuous contact setting to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships (Required)
• Skill in interacting with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, educational backgrounds, and professional rank in a high-volume, continuous contact setting to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. (Required)
• Demonstrated working knowledge and a theoretical understanding of Residential Life, student development and community development. (Required)
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial record keeping procedures to monitor budgets, authorize expenditures, and recommend budget priorities. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to develop, plan, and manage large and small-scale programs and events. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to implement student-facing programs from start to finish. (Required)
• Organizational skills to work effectively within a complex, rapidly changing environment to simultaneously manage a wide range of active projects and responsibilities with frequently changing priorities and deadlines. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to organize and complete assignments, set priorities, and allocate resources with minimal direction in a constantly changing environment. (Required)
• Ability to manage multiple administrative and student governmental priorities. (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of University protocols, procedures, and policies regarding programming, event-management, and liability. (Preferred)
• Skill at using web-based applications and systems to manage information, programs and data tracking. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
• Master's degree (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Union/Policy Covered

SV-Stdt Svs & Adv Prof (SSAP)

Complete Position Description

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